We ought to recollect ... that a book consists, like man, f… - William Ewart Gladstone

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We ought to recollect ... that a book consists, like man, from whom it draws its lineage, of a body and a soul.

William Ewart Gladstone

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William Ewart Gladstone (29 December 1809 – 19 May 1898) was a British Liberal politician and Prime Minister (1868–1874, 1880–1885, 1886 and 1892–1894). He was a notable political reformer, known for his populist speeches, and was for many years the main political rival of Benjamin Disraeli.

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Alternative Names: William Gladstone • Gladstone • W. E. Gladstone • The Rt Hon William Ewart Gladstone • Gladstone, W. E. (William Ewart)

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We ought to recollect ... that a book consists, like man, from whom it draws its lineage, of a body and a soul. - William Ewart Gladstone

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